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Black History Month: Flowerpot Decorating and Soil Science
2026-02-19 15:00:00 2026-02-19 16:00:00 America/New_York Black History Month: Flowerpot Decorating and Soil Science Kids will celebrate Black History Month by decorating a flowerpot before learning about the amazing achievements of scientist George Washington Carver and mixing soil to grow flowers in their pots. Newberry Branch - Meeting Room

Thursday, February 19
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-19 15:00:00 2026-02-19 16:00:00 America/New_York Black History Month: Flowerpot Decorating and Soil Science Kids will celebrate Black History Month by decorating a flowerpot before learning about the amazing achievements of scientist George Washington Carver and mixing soil to grow flowers in their pots. Newberry Branch - Meeting Room

Newberry Branch

Meeting Room

Kids will celebrate Black History Month by decorating a flowerpot before learning about the amazing achievements of scientist George Washington Carver and mixing soil to grow flowers in their pots.

This fun, hands-on program blends history, science, and creativity. First, kids will learn about the importance of Black History Month before decorating black flowerpots in honor of the annual observance. Next, they will learn about the life and achievements of George Washington Carver before diving into soil science and mixing their own soil. Finally, after learning about seeds and flowers, kids will plant red and yellow flower seeds and water their pots for the first time.

 

As their flowers grow and bloom in the following weeks and months, kids will see all the colors of Black History Month (black, red, yellow, and green) come together in one beautiful, living display.

 

Registration is highly recommended for this event due to limited supplies. Please register using the link on this page and arrive at least 5 minutes early to check in and guarantee your spot(s). Feel free to call us at 352-472-1135 if you have any questions or would like to register over the phone.

 

AGE GROUP: | Elementary (6-11 years) |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | Cooking & Gardening | Arts, Crafts, & DIY |

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